Analysis: Turkey at new crossroads

As Turkish president Abdullah Gul begins a three-day state visit to the UK, the country traditionally at the crossroads between east and west finds itself facing an ancient dilemma once again.

Cameron ‘proud’ after Gaddafi death

David Cameron has spoken of his pride in Britain’s role in removing Muammar Gaddafi from power, after confirmation of the renegade leader’s violent death.

Comment: Palestine vote will define Britain’s role in the Arab Spring

The UK can seize the moment or take one further step into irrelevance.

Palestine vote shakes British politics

The Palestinian Authority’s attempt to secure statehood is causing deep uncertainty at the top of British politics.

PM in liberator mode on first Libya trip

David Cameron and French president Nicolas Sarkozy is visiting Libya for the first time since Muammar Gaddafi was ousted from Tripoli.

Hague aims for UN resolution on Iran

Britain will seek a resolution at the UN general assembly on human rights condemning Iran, William Hague has pledged.

Blair wants regime change in Iran and Syria

Former prime minister Tony Blair has repeated his concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions, ahead of the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks this weekend.

The week in politics: A welcome distraction

Thank goodness for Libya, the coalition will be thinking. At least it’s helped distract from another frustrating week for the government.

Proms interrupted by Palestinian protest

Anti-Israel protesters disrupted last night’s Proms, forcing the BBC to take the concert off air.

Cameron ready to intervene again

Britain is prepared to launch another military intervention where circumstances permit, David Cameron has said.